Jacory Harris

Harris showed flashes of brilliance in 2009 in his first full year as a starter, but his inconsistent play needs to change if the Canes are going to compete for an ACC Championship. Harris racked up 3,352 yards and 24 touchdowns in 2009, but his 17 interceptions were cause for concern. He’ll likely be more composed in 2010, and we expect his interception numbers to drop if he learns to stop forcing the ball into small windows. He has a lingering thumb injury that may have affected his play in 2009, and although he’s been unable to participate in spring practices because of the injury, he’s expected to be at full health when the season starts. If he makes the next step, he has the potential to have a 3,500-yard, 30 touchdown, 10 interception season in 2010.